Cappy is the cheerful little hat character from the Super Mario games, and he’s a joy to draw because he’s basically a friendly red cap with big cartoon eyes. In this six-minute sketching challenge you’ll capture his round shape, his googly eyes and that classic peaked brim.

🖍️ What You Need

  • Pencil and eraser
  • Black pen for outlines
  • Red and white markers
  • A touch of yellow for the buckle

How to Draw Cappy Step by Step

  1. Draw a rounded dome — the soft top of the cap, like half a ball.
  2. Add the brim — a curved peak sticking out at the front.
  3. Draw the two big eyes — large white ovals set side by side on the dome.
  4. Add the pupils — round black dots with a tiny white shine in each.
  5. Draw the eyebrows — small lines above the eyes give Cappy his expression.
  6. Add the band and buckle — a strip around the base with a little square buckle.
  7. Tidy the outline — make sure the cap shape is smooth and round.
  8. Colour it in — bright red cap, white eyes, and a yellow buckle.
💡 Parikshet's Tip: Place the eyes high and close together on the dome — that’s what gives Cappy his cute, curious expression rather than a blank stare.

🌟 Did You Know?

Cappy first appeared in the game Super Mario Odyssey in 2017. He can be thrown to capture enemies, which was a brand-new way to play a Mario game.

Tips for Drawing Cappy

  • Keep it round — the dome should be soft and full.
  • Big eyes win — oversized eyes make him expressive.
  • Add the shine — white dots in the pupils make him lively.
  • Don’t forget the brim — the peak is what makes it a cap.

🎯 Try This: the 100-day sketch challenge

  1. Draw Cappy today in under six minutes.
  2. Tomorrow draw him with a different expression.
  3. Try him from the side view.
  4. Keep every sketch to watch yourself improve.

How to Draw Episode 50: Step-by-Step for Kids

Get your pencil ready! Follow these easy steps and you'll have an amazing Episode 50 drawing in no time.

What You'll Need

  • Pencil (HB or 2B)
  • Eraser
  • White drawing paper
  • Black marker (optional, for outlines)
  • Coloured pencils or crayons

Step-by-Step: Drawing a Episode 50

Step 1: Sketch the Basic Outline

Begin with a very light pencil sketch of the Episode 50's overall shape. What is the biggest, simplest shape that describes it — a rectangle, oval, or triangle?

Step 2: Add the Main Structure

Build on the basic outline by adding the main structural elements of the Episode 50. Break it down into simple geometric shapes.

Step 3: Draw the Key Features

Add the most important identifying features that make this recognisably a Episode 50. These are the details that someone would notice first.

Step 4: Add Secondary Details

Now add the secondary details — textures, patterns, smaller parts. These build up the drawing gradually and give it character.

Step 5: Refine the Outline

Go back to the outline and refine any shapes that don't look right. Compare the proportions to a reference image if you have one.

Step 6: Add Depth with Lines

Add shading lines or cross-hatching on the darker side of the Episode 50 to create the impression of three dimensions.

Step 7: Trace with Marker

Once happy with your pencil drawing, carefully trace the final lines with a black marker or pen. Let it dry, then erase all pencil marks underneath.

Step 8: Colour Your Drawing

Apply colour to your Episode 50, working from the largest areas first. Leave white areas uncoloured — the paper's white works as your lightest tone.

Colouring Your Episode 50

Use real reference images as a guide for the Episode 50's colours. Start with a base colour and add darker shading on one side to give a 3D feel.

Tips from Parikshet

  • Break the Episode 50 into simple shapes first — even complex subjects are just combinations of circles, rectangles, and triangles!
  • Don't try to make it perfect on the first try — Parikshet always does at least two practice sketches before the final drawing.
  • Practice makes perfect — try drawing it again tomorrow!